Don’t Skip Pest Control in Winter
A quality pest control treatment plan will continue through the winter. Most people don’t see as many bugs, insects, and other pests when it starts to get cold, so they assume pests go away or die. However, this is not the case. Foregoing any pest treatments during winter can end up being a nightmare in the spring when all the bugs and pests wake up and get active again. Often, one of the best times for a treatment plan to begin is in the winter, as many species are dormant and can be more easily exterminated. Think of it as sleeping nests because it is too cold to go outside and find food, so if the nest can be eradicated and removed during the winter, when spring rolls around, there are no pests left to breed.
Keeping Pests from Coming Inside
In the colder months, pests will look for warmer places to hide, which can land them inside your home or business. Unfortunately, you can’t always see the pests behind the walls or in the attic, but recognizing signs of their presence is a sign to call a pest control company to help! Treating the perimeter of structures is a good place to start. If pests die as they cross over the perimeter, they can’t get to the home or business and lay more eggs. The goal is to keep them away. If they are already inside, the goal is to get them out and then keep them away!
Winter Pest Proofing
Homeowners and business owners have an opportunity, as the weather begins to cool, to do some pest proofing. The process of pest proofing can also reveal pest activity that may be occurring, so that it can be mitigated before sealing everything up.
Bugs and insects are tiny and will find small openings and crevices to enter through. Once in, they tell all their pest friends, and the next thing you know, a full infestation exists and must be treated professionally and removed. Covering exposed piping with insulation materials is a good way to prevent ants from getting inside. It is critical to seal cracks and crevices around doors, windows, and soffits will force pests to find somewhere else to land.
It is always recommended to use low-toxicity products so that only unwanted pests are impacted. Highly toxic and poisonous products can make people and pets sick, as well as have far-reaching implications for the environment and pollinators.
Up On The Rooftop
It is usually the home inspectors who take a close look at people’s roofs, but homeowners can take a proactive approach to keeping pests away during the winter. Not everyone should be climbing up their roof, and companies like Bigfoot Pest Control will treat everything to ensure pests don’t get inside. If pests are already inside, treatments that are safe for people and pets need to be used to get rid of them. Gutters often get cracks in them, and pests love to hide in those spots. Even rodents can hide in places that seem too small for them to fit!
Rodents Sneak Inside
Mice and rats are sneaky and will try to enter a home or business without detection. Their size can cause significant damage, and if not treated properly, can rot and leave a terrible smell in the structure. Putting weatherstrips around doors and windows can seal those areas. Use caulk and seal openings around the structure so pests can’t get in. Dust webs and get rid of existing piles of dirt or anything that looks like it may be a pest’s home. If bees and wasps are involved, do not attempt to remove them yourself. Instead, call in the professionals. Call Bigfoot Pest Control at 847-891-8852.
Peek a Boo Pests
It is important to remember that pests, even when you can’t see them in the winter, are still around. Homes and businesses without treatments will be more at risk for infestations as spring rolls around. Roaches, ants, termites, and bed bugs will be challenging to find without the training and experience to locate them. The best advice is to go with your gut. If you suspect a pest problem, winter is one of the best times to address it. Working with a trusted and reputable PS control company, such as Bigfoot, guarantees your satisfaction. In DuPage County, Bigfoot provides exceptional and comprehensive pest treatment plans year-round. Enjoying the indoors and outdoors, knowing these areas are free of insects, bugs, and other pests, offers peace of mind.
If you live in Addison, Bensenville, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Hanover Park, Itasca, Lisle, Lombard, Roselle, Wheaton, or Wood Dale. In that case, you can rely on the excellence of Bigfoot Pest Control. Call 847-891-8852 today for a free inspection and affordable treatment plans that can begin immediately! Bigfoot only uses low-toxicity products that are highly effective, so keeping pests away doesn’t harm the environment or the people of DuPage County!